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Design Entrepreneurship

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

Design Entrepreneurship equips young designers with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of modern product and system development at the international level and transform innovative ideas into real business opportunities. Students learn how to develop products, systems and services within an intercultural and interdisciplinary context, how to prototype, prepare and implement these into production, and how to generate informed business strategies to bring these goods to the international marketplace. They engage in project-based collaborative work, develop real design projects that have the potential to be transferred into a business, and have the opportunity to study abroad at design departments of international universities. The program features project-based learning as an essential aspect of design education, with students working on the development and implementation of a main design project throughout their studies.
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Design Entrepreneurship equips young designers with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of modern product and system development at the international level and transform innovative ideas into real business opportunities. Students learn how to develop products, systems and services within an intercultural and interdisciplinary context, how to prototype, prepare and implement these into production, and how to generate informed business strategies to bring these goods to the international marketplace. They engage in project-based collaborative work, develop real design projects that have the potential to be transferred into a business, and have the opportunity to study abroad at design departments of international universities. The program features project-based learning as an essential aspect of design education, with students working on the development and implementation of a main design project throughout their studies.

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Quick answers about Design Entrepreneurship at Hochschule Osnabrück

Is Design Entrepreneurship at Hochschule Osnabrück taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Design Entrepreneurship programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Design Entrepreneurship at Hochschule Osnabrück?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Design Entrepreneurship?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Osnabrück — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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